Prunus texana explained

Prunus texana, called peachbush, Texas almond cherry, Texas peachbush, sand plum, peach bush, duraznillo and wild peach[1] is native to central and western Texas.[2] Although it looks like peach, it actually belongs to Prunus sect. Prunocerasus together with other North American plum species.

Description

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Cultivars include 'Bolen', 'Gephart', 'Johnson', and 'Stuart'.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Sand Plum, Peach Bush Prunus texana. Texas A&M University. November 26, 2014.
  2. Journal of Agricultural Research. The Pubescent Fruited Species of Prunus of the Southwestern States. 154–164. 1. 6. March 1914. Department of Agriculture. Washington, DC. Kellerman. Karl F.. Mason. Silas C..
  3. http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=250100405 Flora of North America, Prunus texana D. Dietrich, 1842. Peachbush, Texas wild peach